Noida AQI 557: Delhi-NCR air hazardous, emergency measures activated

• Delhi-NCR's air quality has turned hazardous, with Noida recording an alarming AQI of 557 and Delhi averaging 481.
• The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) activated Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) due to severe pollution.
• Emergency restrictions include a ban on construction/demolition, a ban on most trucks entering the capital, and offices operating with 50% in-person staff.
• Schools in Delhi will implement hybrid learning for students up to Class IX and Class XI, blending online and in-person teaching.
• Health advisories urge vulnerable groups (children, elderly, pregnant women) to stay indoors and limit outdoor exposure due to respiratory risks.

Why It Matters: Hazardous air in Delhi-NCR triggers emergency measures, impacting health and daily life.